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Summary
Power saws like all power tools are potentially very dangerous.
Read all the manufacturerÆs literature and the following
information to help minimise the risks:
1 About saw blades
2 Operating the saw
3 Care when turning off
4 About the power cable
5 Checking the status of the saw
Step 1 - About saw blades
Only ever use sharp blades in perfect condition. Never
use inferior accessories, which could prove dangerous.
Step 2 - Operating the saw
Always switch the saw on before bringing it into
contact with the material. Never overstretch yourself
and ensure you have a firm footing. Do not saw materials
containing asbestos. Secure the piece you are working on
with clamps and make sure there is sufficient clearance
on the underside of the workpiece to accommodate the
blade.
Step 3 - Care when turning off
Once you have switched the saw off do not attempt to
stop the blade. Let it come to rest without aid. Do
not set the saw down, even on its side, until it has
come to a complete stop. Especially with a jigsaw,
do not knock or inadvertently stand on the blade -
if you do bend the blade, discard it.
Step 4 - About the power cable
Always check the condition of the plug and power cable
before use, and have them replaced by a specialist if
defective. Be aware that the blade of the power saw
can cut through the cable in the briefest of moments
and because the blade is metallic, electrocution is a
very real danger if this happens. Always know where
the cable is when you are cutting.
Step 5 - Checking the status of the saw
Before connecting the power ensure that the power saw
is switched off. Always unplug the saw if you interrupt
your work and when you finish it. Always unplug the saw
at the socket before you attempt to manipulate any of
its parts such as the blade